We’re beyond lucky to snag her and cannot wait to see our editorial content flourish with her behind the Flea Style wheel. Here’s a little bit about our witty new team member.

Full name: Allison Renae Hatfield. My first name is after Mia Farrow’s character in the 1960s nighttime soap Peyton Place. My last name is part of American folklore. I have no idea where the middle part came from.

Past work experience: I cut my journalism teeth writing about long-haul trucking (true). I helped American Online launch Digital Cities Dallas back in the day, before moving to New York City and joining the editorial team at DailyCandy. Nine years and what seemed like 9 million amazing stories later, the company shuttered. I’ve been working in marketing for the last year-plus.

Favorite interview ever: I wrote for a pet magazine for a while, interviewing celebrities about their pets. There was one day when I spent the morning by the pool at The Beverly Hilton Hotel with Merv Griffin, chatting with him about his Shar-Pei. That afternoon, I drove up to Wendie Malick’s house in Topanga Canyon to talk about her dogs and cats and horses. I thought, “It really can’t get any better than this.” But then I was sent on a travel assignment to French Polynesia.

Funny job story: I once had to fact check an article on strip clubs for D Magazine, which meant I had to call a club and ask if the strippers there wore pasties.

Why you’re excited to work with Flea Style: I’ve known Brittany since she was a college intern at D Magazine, and then she ended up working with me at DailyCandy. Her style and energy are inspiring. All those years at DailyCandy gave me an indie, start-up heart, and the kind of content that will grow the Flea Style brand — charming, authentic, smart — is something I do well. I feel like Flea Style is on the precipice of something big, and I can’t wait to see where this team takes things!

Favorite band/s: I’ve seen the Old 97’s perform dozens of times. They’ll never not be my favorite. But the sounds of The Avett Brothers, Mumford & Sons, and The Lumineers really do a lot for me. Just sticking to Texas, I highly recommend Bob Schneider from Austin. His website says he’s “the best artist you’ve never heard of,” and it’s true.

Favorite food: Right now it’s avocado toast. I learned today that Dallas is getting a toast restaurant. I could not be more pleased to raise a glass to that.

Hobbies: Yoga. Pilates. Pets.

Wake up call: 5 a.m.

Bedtime: 10 p.m. is late. 9 p.m. is more likely.

Coffee or tea: Nespresso with almond milk in the morning. Yogi Bedtime tea at night.

Favorite motto/quote: Be here now.

Something only your bestie knows about you: I’ve eaten an entire yogurt pie in one sitting.